Department of Biosciences, Acropolis Institute of Management Studies and Research was established in 2017 and is affiliated to Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhyalaya, Indore. Since then the institute has seen phenomenal growth and today the department offers courses both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The department offers B.Sc. in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Computer Science and M.Sc. in Biotechnology. Both programmes strive to build seamless connectivity and synergy between industry and academics. The department's research activities are guided by a simple motivation – academic excellence at the frontiers of research. This environment helps motivate students along the path of innovative thinking. Today's biology is a highly interdisciplinary science that amalgamates ideas from many different science fields, producing a new understanding of the physical nature of life's processes. The vision of the department is to maintain a vigorous core biology activity focusing on specific areas interfacing other disciplines and augment it with interdisciplinary research. To achieve this, the department has state-of-the-art facilities with high-end analytical laboratory and experimental facilities including double beam UV-Vis spectrophotometer, cooling centrifuge, rotary vacuum evaporator, spray dryer exclusively for student academic projects. The academic and research contributions in this department have been recognized in the form of publications, projects and awards. The department conducts placement related training for students of all years. The Department conducts these sessions in association with the Career Development Cell so that students obtain skills in resume preparation, group discussion, self-introduction, personal interview and other prerequisites before attending campus interviews. The Department also conducts various science mentoring sessions by acclaimed and successful resource persons from various fields who can motivate and inform the students on avenues in sciences. The diverse qualifications of the faculty members ensure expertise in all aspects of Biotechnology as well as in various interdisciplinary areas. Project work, seminar, presentation, internships, and certifications are introduced in all courses to get an overview of the ongoing research development in the subject.

Overview:

Under the directives of MP Higher Education and in affiliation with Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhyalaya, Indore, the department has implemented National Education Policy (NEP) since 2021. As per the NEP, the structure and duration of degree programs have been modified. The undergraduate degree is structured for either three or four years. There are multiple entry and exit options along with internships, vocational subjects, community service, field projects etc. Students are eligible for a certificate after completion of one year of study; a diploma will be awarded after two years of study, and a Bachelor’s degree will be awarded after a three-year program. Students also have an option to pursue a four-year B.Sc. degree to focus on their chosen major and minor areas. The degree will be B.Sc. Hons with research. NEP is based on a Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). The department offers the following courses:

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

• B.Sc. with Biotechnology as major subject

• B.Sc. with Microbiology as major subject

• B.Sc. with Pharmaceutical Chemistry as major subject

• B.Sc. with Chemistry as major subject

• B.Sc. Hons with Research

Eligibility

10+2 or equivalent exam with Biology from a recognized board of education with a minimum 50%

POSTGRADUATE COURSE

• M.Sc. Biotechnology 

Eligibility

B.Sc. in any stream of Biology/Biotechnology/ B. Pharm./MBBS/BPT/BHMS/ Nursing etc. from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks. FOR ADMISSIONS, CONTACT: 9630040401

B.Sc. with Biotechnology as major subject

Scope:

Biotechnology is an extremely interdisciplinary field that incorporates various branches of biological sciences. It is an innovative segment of science that prepares students for various opportunities in different biotechnological segments like Molecular biology, Computational Biology, Bioprocessing and Industrial Microbiology, Industrial Research and Development, Genetic Engineering, Pharmaceutical / Chemical Industry.

Features:

• Value addition is ensured via certification courses in Pharmacovigilance, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research Analysis, Drug designing, and other related fields.
• MOU’s with different Biotech and Pharma companies and DBT recognized and ISO certified training centers for imparting hands-on training and internship opportunities to students.
• Students are encouraged to participate in research projects.
• Students are provided a platform through different clubs like Solaris, Srijan E-Cell, Yavnika, and Litmus, for expressing and developing their creative Innovation and leadership skills.
• Interactive classroom teaching and well-equipped labs ensure a hands-on learning environment.
• National seminars, workshops, industry visits, guest lectures by experts are arranged to familiarize students with the practical world.
• In-house preparation and guidance for Communication Skills, Reasoning, Aptitude, GD, PI etc. by renowned experts of the region.

Career Opportunities

• Industrial Research and Development
• Pharmaceutical / Chemical Industry
• Environment Conservation
• Agricultural Sector
• Agro-based Industries
• Aquaculture
• BioProcessing Industry
• Genetic Engineering
• Health Care and Medicine

B.Sc. with Microbiology as major subject

Scope:

Microbiology is an essential branch of biology. COVID has made their role all the more important. They play an important role in combating disease, production of chemicals using microorganisms, and keeping the planet healthy. They are also instrumental in identifying microorganisms found in food and food-related products. The study of microbiology, has made us better understand the microorganisms present in food and thus prevent food spoilage and food borne diseases.

Features:

• Value addition is ensured via certification courses in Pharmacovigilance, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research Analysis, Drug designing, and other related fields.
• MOU’s with different Biotech and Pharma companies and DBT recognized and ISO certified training centers for imparting hands-on training and internship opportunities to students.
• Students are encouraged to participate in research projects.
• Students are provided a platform through different clubs like Solaris, Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC), Yavnika Hobby Club, and Litmus- Literature and Music club, for expressing and developing their creative Innovation and leadership skills.
• Interactive classroom teaching and well-equipped labs ensure a hands-on learning environment.
• National seminars, workshops, industry visits, guest lectures by experts are arranged to familiarize students with the practical world.
• In-house preparation and guidance for Communication Skills, Reasoning, Aptitude, GD, PI etc. by renowned experts of the region.

Career Opportunities

• Research Assistant
• Food, Industrial or Environmental Microbiologists
• Quality Assurance Technologists
• Sales or Technical Representative
• Clinical and Veterinary Microbiologists
• Medical Technologists
• Health care Sector
• Disease testing/control labs
• Biomedical Scientist
• Clinical Research Associate
• Microbiologist
• Pharmacologist
• Food Technologist
• Scientific Laboratory Technician
• Research Scientist

B.Sc. with Pharmaceutical Chemistry as major subject

Scope:

Pharmaceutical chemistry is a science that is at the intersection of chemistry, especially synthetic organic chemistry, and pharmacology. They are involved with design and chemical synthesis of pharmaceutically active compounds and bio-active molecules.  This subject involves identification followed by synthetic alteration of new chemical entities to make them suitable for therapeutic use. Pharmaceutical chemistry also focusses on medicinal quality and aims to assure quality control standards of pharmaceutically active compounds.

Features:

• Value addition is ensured via certification courses in Pharmacovigilance, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research Analysis, Drug designing, and other related fields.
• MoUs with different Biotech and Pharma companies and DBT recognized and ISO certified training centers for imparting hands-on training and internship opportunities to students.
• Students are encouraged to participate in research projects.
• Students are provided a platform through different clubs like Solaris, Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC), Yavnika Hobby Club, and Litmus- Literature and Music club, for expressing and developing their creative Innovation and leadership skills.
• Interactive classroom teaching and well-equipped labs ensure a hands-on learning environment.
• National seminars, workshops, industry visits, guest lectures by experts are arranged to familiarize students with the practical world.
• In-house preparation and guidance for Communication Skills, Reasoning, Aptitude, GD, PI etc. by renowned experts of the region.

Career Opportunities

• Drug Control Administration
• Health Centres
• Drug Designing
• Drug Manufacturing
• Medical Dispensing Stores
• Pharmaceutical Companies
• Product Marketing
• Research
• Teaching 

B.Sc. with Computer Science as major subject

Scope:

Computer Science is an exciting subject that targets the core elements of computer programming, networking, and futuristic technology. Computer Science involves information and system management through knowledge, design ideation, and IT development.  Some of the recent advancements like Automation, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and digital platforms have refined the scope of computer science. This is the beginning of a seismic shift, leading to numerous opportunities in computer science to bridge the gap between humans and machines. 

Features:

• Value addition is ensured via certification courses in Pharmacovigilance, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research Analysis, Drug designing, and other related fields.
• MOU’s with different Biotech and Pharma companies and DBT recognized and ISO certified training centers for imparting hands-on training and internship opportunities to students.
• Students are encouraged to participate in research projects.
• Students are provided a platform through different clubs like Solaris, Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC), Yavnika Hobby Club, and Litmus- Literature and Music club, for expressing and developing their creative Innovation and leadership skills.
• Interactive classroom teaching and well-equipped labs ensure a hands-on learning environment.
• National seminars, workshops, industry visits, guest lectures by experts are arranged to familiarize students with the practical world.
• In-house preparation and guidance for Communication Skills, Reasoning, Aptitude, GD, PI etc. by renowned experts of the region.

Career Opportunities

• Computational Biology
• Computer Programmer
• Web Developer
• Systems Analyst
• Video game developer

B.Sc. with Chemistry as major subject

Scope:

Chemistry is one of the fundamental sciences. It specializes in dealing with the nature and properties of various compounds and the large number of reactions taking place around us. There are various stimulating career options in chemistry which cover different aspects of the field. Studying chemistry opens up a world of possibilities and therefore, the job profiles can be found across different areas.

Features:

• Value addition is ensured via certification courses in Pharmacovigilance, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research Analysis, Drug designing, and other related fields.
• MOU’s with different Biotech and Pharma companies and DBT recognized and ISO certified training centers for imparting hands-on training and internship opportunities to students.
• Students are encouraged to participate in research projects.
• Students are provided a platform through different clubs like Solaris, Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC), Yavnika Hobby Club, and Litmus- Literature and Music club, for expressing and developing their creative Innovation and leadership skills.
• Interactive classroom teaching and well-equipped labs ensure a hands-on learning environment.
• National seminars, workshops, industry visits, guest lectures by experts are arranged to familiarize students with the practical world.
• In-house preparation and guidance for Communication Skills, Reasoning, Aptitude, GD, PI etc. by renowned experts of the region.

Career Opportunities

• Food Inspector
• Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC)
• Assistant Professor
• Patent Associate
• Biochemist
• Food and Flavour Chemist
• Research Assistant or Associate 
• Scientific Data Entry Specialist 
• Water Quality Specialist 
• Agricultural Chemist

 M.Sc. Biotechnology

Overview:

M.Sc. Biotechnology is a two year post graduate program which is an amalgamation of biological science with technology to produce or modify products or processes for specific use. Recent development in the field of biotechnology are synthetic biology and metabolic engineering based on Omics technology along with use of artificial intelligence specifically in drug discovery and research.

Key features:

• Life Science Sector Skill Development Council (LSSSDC), NPTEL, Swayam, Coursera certifications for value addition.
• Smart interactive teaching methodology via video lectures, animations & presentations.
• Certifications in the field of Bioinformatics, Computational biology, R and Python programming for biologists, Pharmacovigilance, Clinical research analysis, agri-biotechnology etc. by DBT recognized and ISO certified training institutes.
• To bridge the gap of academia and industry, skill development programs like trainings, internships & workshops in the field of plant tissue culture, animal tissue culture and vaccine development, mushroom cultivation, production of biocontrol agents and bio-stimulants are made a mandatory part of curriculum.
• MOU’s with different Biotech and Pharma companies for imparting hands-on training and internship opportunities to students.
• 100% Placement assistance in top pharma, food, medical coding and health care sector etc.
• National seminars, workshops, industry visits, guest lectures by experts are arranged to familiarize students with practical world.
• In-house preparation and guidance for Communication Skills, Reasoning, Aptitude, GD, PI etc. by renowned experts of the region.

Scope:

Major fields where Biotechnology students work as professionals in R& D departments in private and public sector are:

• Molecular Biology Labs
• Food Processing Sector
• Agriculture sector and Forestry
• Medicine and Health care Sector
• Environment & Pollution Control Industry
• Chemical & Bioprocessing Industry
• Nanotechnology sector
• Bioprocessing in Textile Industry
• Data analytics & Data Science
• Pharma and Nutraceutical Industry
• Stem Cell Technology
• Biocosmetics and aesthetic medicine sector
• Educational organizations
• Research and development organizations
• Higher studies from India and abroad (Ph.D., Post Doc.)

Career opportunities:

• Data Scientist
• Molecular Biology Scientist
• Industrial Research Scientist
• Nanotechnology Scientist
• Biotech Product Analyst
• Medical Scientist
• Process Development Scientist
• Safety Health & Environment Specialist
• Regulatory Affairs Associate
• Research Scientist
• Epidemiologists
• Genetic Engineer

*Newly Launched Course*

M.Sc. Microbiology*

*Affiliation Pending

Overview:

The M.Sc. Microbiology program spans two years and offers extensive knowledge about microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, and algae. It covers a wide range of microbiological topics including microbial physiology, genetics, ecology, immunology, virology, medical microbiology, industrial microbiology, environmental microbiology, and microbial pathogenesis. Students in this program delve into fundamental microbiological principles, laboratory techniques, and research methods.

Key features:

• Life Science Sector Skill Development Council (LSSSDC), NPTEL, Swayam, Coursera certifications for value addition.
• Smart interactive teaching methodology via video lectures, animations & presentations.
• Certifications in the field of Environmental biology, Medical Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology, Pharmacovigilance, Clinical research analysis, agri-microbiology etc. by DBT recognized and ISO certified training institutes.
• To bridge the gap of academia and industry, skill development programs like trainings, internships & workshops in the field of virology and vaccine development, mushroom cultivation, production of biocontrol agents and bio-stimulants are made a mandatory part of curriculum.
• MoUs with different Micro and Pharma companies for imparting hands-on training and internship opportunities to students.
• 100% Placement assistance in top pharma, food, medical coding and health care sector etc.
• National seminars, workshops, industry visits, guest lectures by experts are arranged to familiarize students with practical world.
• In-house preparation and guidance for Communication Skills, Reasoning, Aptitude, GD, PI etc. by renowned experts of the region.

Scope:

Major fields where Microbiology students work as professionals in R& D departments in private and public sector are:

• Molecular Biology Labs
• Food Processing Sector
• Agriculture sector and Forestry
• Medicine and Health care Sector
• Environment & Pollution Control Industry
• Chemical & Bioprocessing Industry
• Nanotechnology sector
• Bioprocessing in Textile Industry
• Data analytics & Data Science
• Pharma and Nutraceutical Industry
• Biocosmetics and aesthetic medicine sector
• Educational organizations
• Research and development organizations
• Higher studies from India and abroad (Ph.D., Post Doc.)

Career opportunities:

• Research Assistant
• Food, Industrial or Environmental Microbiologists
• Quality Assurance Technologists
• Sales or Technical Representative
• Clinical and Veterinary Microbiologists
• Medical Technologists
• Health care Sector
• Disease testing/control labs
• Biomedical Scientist
• Clinical Research Associate
• Microbiologist
• Pharmacologist
• Food Technologist
• Scientific Laboratory Technician
• Research Scientist
• Epidemiologist
• Soil/Water Microbiologist

Department of Biosciences, Acropolis Institute of Management Studies and Research was established in 2017 and is affiliated to Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhyalaya, Indore. We offer undergraduate courses in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Computer Science as well as post graduation in Biotechnology. The Department seeks to combine excellence in education with service to the industry. Our vision is to be recognized as an innovative and leading Biosciences Department. Our goal is to provide students with a balance of intellectual and practical experiences that enable them to serve a variety of societal needs. In our department students are nurtured to become best in their field as researchers, academicians, team leaders in industry or become entrepreneurs in their own innovative way. 

In line with the National Education Policy, the department offers a strong core curriculum, complemented by electives in important emerging areas. The Department offers training programmes, internships and certifications in R-programming, Clinical research Analysis, Digital Marketing etc to give the students a better platform for their future prospects. 

We hold firm belief in our ability to succeed, and we nurture an attitude of self-reliance, confidence, commitment and responsibility to the society that we are to serve. Such is the psychology behind the young and dynamic department in effect, where we believe in building career, enriching minds and providing a remarkable experience that lasts a life time. The department also offers a high-end analytical laboratory and experimental facilities including double beam UV-Vis spectrophotometer, cooling centrifuge, rotary vacuum evaporator, spray dryer exclusively for student academic projects.

I am confident that the students of the department would justify the credibility of the department by showing a high level of professional competence in their respective field.

I wish Best of Luck to all of them….!!!

Acropolis Institute of Management Studies and Research
Faculty (BioSciences)

S. No.	Name	Designation
1	Dr. Pranoti Belapurkar	Professor and HOD
2	Dr. Shivani Dubey	Assistant Professor
3	Ms. Rati Trivedi Nair	Associate Professor
4	Ms. Pushpanjali Sharma	Assistant Professor
5	Dr. Seema Kelotra	Assistant Professor
6	Dr. Pragya Goyal	Assistant Professor
7	Dr. Pratibha Chauhan	Assistant Professor
8	Dr. Shweta Kanungo	Assistant Professor
9	DR. KIRAN PALIWAL	Assistant Professor

Student Name	Class			Achievements
Muskan Porwal	M.Sc. Biotechnology I yr			Completed certification exam on ‘The Fundamental Of Digital Marketing’ from Google  on 26th June, 2023
				Completed course on ‘Industrial Biotechnology’ from Coursera in association with University of Manchester on 23rd July, 2023
				Completed course on ‘Antibiotic Stewardship’ from Coursera in association with Stanford University on 4th August, 2024
				Completed course on ‘Immunology :Immune Failures And Cancer Immunology’ from Coursera in association with Imperial College of London on 25th September, 2023
				Completed course on ‘Basic Microbiology’ by WHO on 1st October, 2023
				Completed course on ‘Basics of Nutrition’ by ICMR-NIN
				Completed course on ‘Vaccine Vial Monitor (VVM)’ from UNICEF on 4th October, 2023
				Completed course on ‘Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) for Antimicrobials’ from Infectious Disease Forum, Federation of Clinical Pharmacist of India on 9th October, 2023
				Participated in quiz on ‘Basics of Biotechnology’ organized from Sahrdaya College Of Engineering And Technology
				Participated in National quiz on ‘Plant Tissue Culture & Biotechnology’ organized                                                                                                   by Government Degree College, Jagtial Telangana, on 30th August, 2023 and scored 100%
				Completed course on ‘Cervical cancer Prevention And Control Costing Tool: HPV Vaccine Module’ from WHO
				Participated in National IP Yatra organized by Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises on 12th and 13th December, 2023
Soumya Jain and Vibha Malviya	M.Sc. Biotechnology Sem I			Won 1st Prize in Millet Cooking Competition, organized by Dept. of Biosciences on 20th October, 2023
Anjali Yadav	M.Sc. Biotechnology Sem III			Participated in Hands-on- Training on ‘Sophisticated Analytical Instrument’ organized by Sage University, Indore from 1st to 6th November, 2023
				Participated in MPCST sponsered workshop on ‘Plant Tissue Culture Techniques of Rare and Endangered Plants’ from 1st to 5th May, 2023
				Participated in SERB-Sponsered Hands-on-training on ‘Genomics and Proteomics analysis of DNA and RNA virus induced disease progression’ held at IIT Indore from 26th June to 2nd July, 2023
				Completed Certificate Course on ‘Biophysical Methods and Analytical techniques’ organized by Microbiologists Society from 12th to 18th October, 2023
				Completed Biotech Summer Internship on Computational Biology from 22nd- 31st May, 2023
Abhishek Nagar	B.Sc. Biotechnology III yr			Presented a research poster entitled ‘Role of Artificial Intelligence in Pharmaceutical Chemistry’ at National Seminar on Global Science For Global Well Being organized by Govt. Autonomous Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) on 6th and 7th, October, 2023
Ayush Rajput	B.Sc. Biotechnology III yr			Presented a research poster entitled ‘Recent Trends In Drug Delivery System And Its Advantages Over Conventional Methods’ at National Seminar on Global Science For Global Well Being organized by Govt. Autonomous Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) on 6th and 7th, October, 2023.
Vanita Panda	B.Sc. Biotechnology II yr			Was the judge at IIT Bombay's prestigious Mood Indigo Spell Bound Competition
				Was the Campus Executive Inter for Entrepreneurship cell, IIT Bombay for session 2023-24
Gargi Tiwari and Rifha Tamanna	B.Sc. Biotechnology III yr			Won 2nd Prize in Millet Cooking Competition, organized by Dept. of Biosciences on 20th October, 2023
Sakshi Maheshwari	B.Sc. Biotechnology III yr			Received Consolation Prize in Model United Nations 2023 (MUN) held at Avantika University, Ujjain on 3rd November, 2023
Khushi Chandra		B.Sc II Yr	Participated in Indore Gaurav Tobaccothon Walk
			Participated in Project Training Course on Basics of Plant Tissue Culture by Plantika Tissue Culture Pvt. Ltd.
			Participated in National level online quiz competition on Microbes organized on Thakur Shyamnarayan Degree College.
			Participated in MSI MCQ Test Series Competition organized by Microbiologist Society of India
Smrutisikha Satapathy		B.Sc I Yr	Diploma in Nutrition from Fab Academy with distinction on 29th October, 2022.
			Course on Digital Productivity by NIIT Foundation on 15th December, 2022.
			Completed one month online training program on Forensic Science and Toxicology from Ethical Edufabrica in association with IIT Bhubaneswar from Nov-Dec, 2022.
Vanita Panda		B.Sc I Yr	Completed various online courses authorized by Google and offered by Coursera on: 1. Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design (23rd Oct, 2022) 2. Start The UX Design Process (9th Nov, 2022) 3. Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes (21st Nov, 2022) 4. Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts (13th Dec, 2022)

 

S.No.	Faculty Name	Achievements
1	Dr. Pranoti Belapurkar	Cleared Stage II of the Grand Onion Challenge by Dept. of Consumer affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Govt. of India and received lab development grant
		One candidate awarded Ph.D.  under her supervision
		Reviewer for Indian Journal of Microbiology
		Received Patent Application No: 202221058070 for a prebiotic tea bag composition, 2022.
		Reviewer for Asian Journal of Environment an Ecology, 2022
		Reviewer for American Herbal Pharmacopeia, 2021
		Developed four Quadrant Module for NEP, MP Higher Education for Biochemistry.
		Received Academic Excellence Award 2021-22 by Institute of Researchers, Wayanad, Kerala (India) on 25th Oct 21.
		Innovation Ambassador (Advanced Level) 2021, MOE, MHRD, Govt. of India
		Advisory Board Member Acta Scientific Biotechnology Editorial Board Sept 2021
		Published review article entitled "Antineoplastic Properties Of Some Selected Indian Medicinal Plants And Their Nanoformulations"
		Chapter Accepted for publication in Elsevier entitled "Microbe assisted heavy metal phytoremediation"
		Member of Institutional Animal Ethical Committee (IAEC) at Acropolis Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Indore.
		Research guide at School of Life Sciences DAVV, Indore. Currently two students are registered
		Lifetime membership of The Association of Microbiologists of India vide Life Membership No: 4850-2019
		Lifetime Membership of The Microbiologists Society, India vide Life Membership No: 37799816639
		Lifetime Membership of Institute of Researchers, Wayanad, Kerala (India), vide membership No: LM052118
2	Dr. Shivani Dubey	Cleared Stage II of the Grand Onion Challenge by Dept. of Consumer affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Govt. of India and received lab development grant
		Received Patent Application No: 202221058070 for a prebiotic tea bag composition, 2022.
		Coordinator for MP Council of Science & Technology sponsored National Seminar on “Nanotechnology: An upcoming trend in multidisciplinary research and entrepreneurial avenues” on 28th Feb 2022
		Published review article entitled "Antineoplastic Properties Of Some Selected Indian Medicinal Plants And Their Nanoformulations" in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Reviews Journal, 2021
		Presented poster on "Antineoplastic Properties Of Some Selected Indian Medicinal Plants" in International conference on ‘Challenges & Opportunities In Biotechnology’ on 12th November  2021 organized by Amity University, Jharkhand
		Communicated two chapters to Bentham Science entitled “Mycorrhizae: Prospects, Potential & Probabilities and Industrial Application Of Microbes” 2021
		Chapter entitled "Microbe Assisted Heavy Metal Phytoremediation" accepted for publication in Elsevier
3	Dr. Seema Kelotra	Cleared Stage II of the Grand Onion Challenge by Dept. of Consumer affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Govt. of India and received lab development grant
		Attended 5 days online workshop on “Nanoparticle Synthesis”, 16th -20th January, 2024.
		Received Patent Application No: 202221058070 for a prebiotic tea bag composition, 2022.
		Resource Person for lectures at school of Biochemistry, DAVV, Indore, 2022
		Invited as Examiner for comprehensive viva of M.Sc. Biochemistry Semester III at School of Biochemistry, DAVV, Indore , 2022
		Author of book chapter entitled "Chemical Biology in Drug Discovery" of published book entitled "Advanced Trends in Chemical Sciences (Volume - 1)" having ISBN 978-93-92804-05
		Chapter entitled "Microbe Assisted Heavy Metal Phytoremediation" accepted for publication in Elsevier
		Developed four Quadrant Module for NEP, MP Higher Education for Biochemistry.
4	Prof. Pushpanjali Sharma	Presented a research poster entitled ‘Assessment And Synthesis Of Low Cost Chemicals From Solid Waste- An Innovative Approach To Advance Solid Waste Recycling’ at National Seminar on Global Science For Global Well Being organized by Govt. Autonomous Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) on 6th and 7th, October, 2023.
		Presented a research poster entitled ‘Role of Artificial Intelligence in Pharmaceutical Chemistry’ at National Seminar on Global Science For Global Well Being organized by Govt. Autonomous Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) on 6th and 7th, October, 2023.
		Presented research paper on “पाइरानो पाइरिडीन व्युत्पन्न के संश्लेषण का नया दृष्टिकोण संरचनात्मक लक्षण वर्णन और प्रतिऑक्सीकारक गुण”at National Seminar on नई शिक्षा नीति एवं भारतीय भाषाओ मे विज्ञान शिक्षण . organised by Department of Chemical Sciences, MRSC Indore, M.P. sponsored by Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology, MHRD on 1st & 2nd September, 2023.
		Participated in 5 days national workshop on ‘Contemporary Techno-Economics Advancement In Waste Mitigation’ sponsored by Science and Engineering Research Board, DST, New Delhi, Government of India organized by Department of Chemical Engineering during 9th to 13th January, 2023.
		Presented paper in Virtual Conference on Chemistry and its Applications. The theme was “Resilience and Sustainable Research through Basic Sciences” from 8th to 12th August 2022 at Computational Chemistry Group, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Mauritius.
		Attended one week virtual FDP on "Chemical Sciences- Recent trends and applications” organised by Department of Chemistry, Chandigarh University, Mohali
		Presented Poster at 9th International Conference On “Perspectives in Vibrational Spectroscopy (ICOPVS-22)” UGC-DAE CSR, Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore 13-17th Dec 2022
		Published review paper entitled "Antineoplastic Properties of Some Selected Indian Medicinal Plants and Their Nanoformulations" in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Reviews Journal, 2021.
		Author of book chapter titled "Chemical Biology in Drug Discovery" of published book entitled "Advanced Trends in Chemical Sciences (Volume - 1)" having ISBN 978-93-92804-05-2, 2021
		Developed four Quadrant Module for NEP, MP Higher Education for Industrial Chemistry.
5	Prof. Rati Trivedi Nair	Presented a research poster entitled ‘Assessment And Synthesis Of Low Cost Chemicals From Solid Waste- An Innovative Approach To Advance Solid Waste Recycling’ at National Seminar on Global Science For Global Well Being organized by Govt. Autonomous Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) on 6th and 7th, October, 2023.
		Presented a research poster entitled ‘Role of Artificial Intelligence in Pharmaceutical Chemistry’ at National Seminar on Global Science For Global Well Being organized by Govt. Autonomous Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) on 6th and 7th, October, 2023.
		Presented a research poster entitled ‘Recent Trends In Drug Delivery System And Its Advantages Over Conventional Methods’ at National Seminar on Global Science For Global Well Being organized by Govt. Autonomous Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) on 6th and 7th, October, 2023.
		Participated in 5 days national workshop on ‘Contemporary Techno-Economics Advancement In Waste Mitigation’ sponsored by Science and Engineering Research Board, DST, New Delhi, Government of India, organized by Department of Chemical Engineering during 9th to 13th January, 2023
		Judged an event ‘Samagam Inter School Senior Level Bal Vigyan Competition’ for chemistry subject held under the banner of Indore Sahodaya schools complex hosted by St Raphel’s Higher Secondary School, Indore on 16th January, 2024.Delivered an expert session on ‘Prevention Is Better Than Cure’ on occasion of World Patients Safety day organized by Department of Chemical Sciences, Christian Eminent College, Indore, September 2022.
		Attended 6 Days virtual FDP on ‘Chemical Sciences- Recent Trends & Applications’, organized by, Department of Chemistry, University Institute of Sciences, Chandigarh University, Mohali, June 2022.
		Attended ‘’Institution Innovation Council’’ (IIC) Regional meet, Bhopal, Organized by Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell in association with Oriental College of Technology, Bhopal, July 2022.
		Attended one day national seminar on “Introductory Session on Heterocyclic Compounds” organized by Department of Chemical Sciences, Christian Eminent College, Indore, December 2022.
		Innovation Ambassador (Advanced Level) 2021, MOE, MHRD, Govt. of India
		Developed four Quadrant Module for NEP, MP Higher Education for Industrial Chemistry.
		Author of book chapter titled "Chemical Biology in Drug Discovery" of published book entitled "Advanced Trends in Chemical Sciences (Volume - 1)" having ISBN 978-93-92804-05-2, 2021
		Delivered an expert lecture on Enterpreneurial Opportunities for Pharma Students on the occasion of World Pharmacist Day, Organized by Department Of Chemical Sciences , Christian Eminent College, Indore, 2021
		Published review article entitled "Antineoplastic Properties Of Some Selected Indian Medicinal Plants And Their Nanoformulations" in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Reviews Journal, 2021
6	Dr. Pragya Goyal	Cleared Stage II of the Grand Onion Challenge by Dept. of Consumer affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Govt. of India and received lab development grant
		Attended 5 days online workshop on “Nanoparticle Synthesis”, 16th -20th January, 2024.
		Was awarded Ph. D. From School of Life Sciences, DAVV, Indore
		Reviewer for Journal of Food Science and Technology
		Received Patent Application No: 202221058070 for a prebiotic tea bag composition, 2022.
		Attended ‘NRDC Industry Interaction Meet on Bio-Pharma & Healthcare Technologies” at Brilliant Convention Centre on 14th December, 2022.
7	Dr. Shweta Kanungo	Completed series of seven online certification courses on Chat GPT in September, 2023
		Attended 2 days workshop on-Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), 12th -13th December, 2023.
		Reviewed a research paper for the French-Ukrainian Journal of Chemistry (October 2023).
		Attended 5 days online workshop on “Nanoparticle Synthesis”, 16th -20th January, 2024.
8	Dr. Pratibha Chauhan	Attended one week workshop on ‘Advance Statistical Data Analysis using SPSS’ organized by University of Medical Sciences, UP, and Science Tech Institute, Lucknow, India,